Man arrested over Kevin Conway murder released on bail

Kevin Conway was shot dead (PA)

A man has been released on bail after being arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Kevin Conway.

The 53-year-old was taken into custody for questioning about the killing in west Belfast earlier this month.

Mr Conway, 26, died after being shot multiple times at his home in the Greenan area.

Detectives investigating the murder of Kevin Conway in west Belfast on 9th January, have arrested a 53 year old man in the west Belfast area.

He has been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime suite where he remains in custody for further questioning. pic.twitter.com/whViTC22dQ

— Police West Belfast (@PSNIBelfastW) January 24, 2024

The victim had been on bail awaiting trial for the murder of Shane Whitla in Co Armagh last year.

A PSNI spokesman said the 53-year-old man was released on bail to allow for further police enquiries to be conducted.